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Stuffed Mushrooms with Cheese

Stuffed Mushrooms with Cheese are the perfect combination of tender, earthy mushrooms and a rich, cheesy filling. The air fryer makes them crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, without all the oil of deep frying. They’re the ideal bite-sized snack or appetizer, full of flavor and sure to please any crowd!

Times:

  1. Preparation Time:
    • Cleaning and stuffing mushrooms: ~10 minutes
  2. Cooking Time:
    • Air frying: 7–10 minutes
  3. Total Time:
    • ~15–20 minutes
  4. Serves about 3–4 people

Ingredients:

  • Large mushrooms – 12 (button or cremini)
  • Cream cheese – 4 oz (1/2 block)
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese – 1/2 cup
  • Grated Parmesan cheese – 1/4 cup
  • Garlic – 2 cloves, minced
  • Breadcrumbs – 1/4 cup (optional, for topping)
  • Olive oil – 1 tablespoon (for brushing)
  • Fresh parsley – 1 tablespoon, chopped (for garnish)
  • Salt – 1/4 teaspoon (or to taste)
  • Black pepper – 1/4 teaspoon

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Mushrooms:

  1. Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth to remove any dirt.
  2. Carefully remove the stems, leaving the caps intact. Finely chop the stems and set them aside for the filling.

2. Make the Filling:

  1. In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, chopped mushroom stems, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and well combined.
  2. If you prefer a firmer texture, add breadcrumbs to the mixture (optional).

3. Stuff the Mushrooms:

  1. Spoon the cheese mixture into each mushroom cap, packing it tightly.

4. Preheat the Air Fryer:

  • Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes.

5. Air Fry the Stuffed Mushrooms:

  1. Lightly brush the stuffed mushrooms with olive oil to ensure they crisp up.
  2. Place the stuffed mushrooms in the air fryer basket, making sure they are in a single layer.
  3. Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 7–10 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly.

6. Serve:

  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy as they are!

Nutritional Breakdown (Per Stuffed Mushroom):

(Note: Based on using cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan)

  1. Calories: ~60 kcal
  2. Carbohydrates: ~3g
  3. Protein: ~4g
  4. Fats: ~4g
    • Saturated Fat: ~2g
  5. Fiber: ~1g
  6. Sodium: ~150mg
  7. Sugar: ~1g

Key Notes:

  1. Optional Topping:
    • For an extra crispy topping, sprinkle some breadcrumbs on top of the cheese mixture before air frying.
  2. Make-Ahead Tip:
    • You can prepare the stuffed mushrooms ahead of time and refrigerate them. When ready to serve, simply air fry them for 7–10 minutes.
  3. Texture Tips:
    • Make sure not to overfill the mushrooms so that the filling doesn’t spill out during cooking. The cheese mixture should fit neatly inside the mushroom caps.